For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,346 students in Festus, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in Festus, MO are Jefferson High School and Festus Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Festus, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Festus have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public high schools.
Festus, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Festus, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7 Blue Jay Way
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 933-6900
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 933-6900
Grades: 9-12
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Festus Sr. High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Westwind Dr
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-5410
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-5410
Grades: 9-12
| 1,023 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Festus, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in Festus, MO include Jefferson High School and Festus Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Festus?
2 public high schools are located in Festus.
What is the racial composition of students in Festus?
Festus public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Festus are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Festus include: Jefferson High School vs. Festus Sr. High School
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